Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 20
MotorcycleFrom 251 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution and a wheel bearing excessively rough. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 2 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 2 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 2 |
| a wheel bearing excessively rough | 1 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
| a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 95.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution |
Typical mileage
Half of all 1290 Super Adventure S 20s tested had between 7,000 and 14,068 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 10,131 median miles, the 1290 Super Adventure S 20 has 0.047 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Ktm models
| Ktm 125 | 76.5% |
| Ktm 1290 | 91.6% |
| Ktm Unclassified | 82.4% |
| Ktm 690 | 85.5% |
Common questions
What is the Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 20 MOT pass rate?
The Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 20 has a 95.2% MOT pass rate based on 251 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 20?
The most common MOT failure on the Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 20 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 2 failures. Other common issues include excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution.
What is the typical mileage of a Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 20 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 20 is 10,131 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 7,000 and 14,068 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.